Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas!

5 easy Halloween costume ideas that are guaranteed conversation starters on a spooky night out, hanging out with friends, or trick or treating - if that's still your thing…? 


It’s October 21st and you, OR your besties still don't have costumes for Halloween yet..? Here are 5 last-minute costume ideas for duos, individuals, and those wanting to keep warm amid the chilly weather on the 31st. If you're looking to ball on a budget and use items that are already in your closet - these costumes are for you!

Now lets begin ..


Costumes for Duos 👯:

#1. Cosmo and Wanda:

Duos can easily dress as Timmy Turner's Fairy ‘Oddparents’ for Halloween - Cosmo and Wanda! 

What you need: For Cosmo - a white dress shirt, black pants, green wig, and a black tie. For Wanda - a pink wig, black pants, and a plain yellow t-shirt! For full commitment to the costume, you can also craft some paper wands and crowns.

#2. Twins/Double Trouble:

For TRUE besties, you can go as a set of ‘twins’ for halloween! Simply wear matching or similar themed outfits with your friend, and style your hair and accessories so that you are mirrored versions of each other.

What you need: Any 2 Matching outfits 


Costumes for Individuals 🕴:

#3. Sims:

A Sims character is a perfect last minute costume idea that merges nicheness and simplicity! The green diamond can easily be made using at home craft products.

What you need: You only need pipe cleaners, a headband, glue, and green construction paper to make the green diamond.

Watch this quick tutorial on TikTok for constructing the diamond crystal: https://vt.tiktok.com/ZSgAoes3M/.

#4. Pirouette Clown:

Although clown costumes are often overdone, the Pirouette Clown costume works for anyone wanting to wear something easy.. but also has some variance! This costume gives you an excuse to wear dressy black and white clothing that's already in your wardrobe! 

What you need: black and white face paint, black and white outfit. 


A Chique But Warm Costume 🧣:

#5. Men (Or women) in Black:

This unisex Halloween costume is guaranteed to keep you snug during Halloween as it allows you to wear a GIANT blazer and long pants! This outfit is perfect for anyone wanting to wear a creative but sleek halloween costume.

What you need: a black blazer and dress pants, a white tee, and a pair of dark shades.


All 5 of these costumes are affordable and mostly free to put together! Have you decided what you’re gonna be yet..?

Have a safe Halloween King’s! 🎃

Honore Amini

Honore is a second year student and the KUCSC’s Website Coordinator!

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